$2,165Sale Price|53% Off
Stilnovo ceiling lamp in chrome and white metal, Italy 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Milan, IT
Stilnovo Model 1262 ceiling lamp in chrome and white metal, Italy 1960s
Metal, Chrome
Flower Spherical Wall or Ceiling Lamps in Green, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fantastic lamp. We have four in different colors which are all offered for sale individually here on the platform. The lamp requires 3 x E27 Edison screw-in bulbs. It is originally...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Space Age Ceiling Lamp, Glass & Metal, 1960s Germany
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing space age ceiling or wall lamp. This design convinces with its imposing size and its reflective surfaces. The play with reflections creates a special depth. The reflective ...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern German Ceiling Lamp from Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
A mid-century ceiling light by Kaiser Leuchten featuring a distinctive material. The light consists of a base with a socket, a round opal glass diffuser, and a drum-shaped shade. Th...
Metal
Gilt Metal Toleware "Lotus" Ceiling Lamp by Hans Kögl, Germany, 1960s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Lille, BE
Large floral ceiling lamp designed by Hans Kögl in Germany during the 1960s. The lamp takes the form of an open lotus flower executed in gilt metal. Nature-inspired designs became a ...
Metal
Scandinavian Perforated Copper Mid-Century Modern Copper Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian Perforated Copper Mid-Century Modern Copper Ceiling Lamp, 1960s Fully functional. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and...
Metal, Copper
Lovely Lipstick Red Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Lipstick Red Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. L...
Metal
Brass and Crystal Glass Ceiling Lamp by Limburg, Germany 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Brass and Crystal Glass Ceiling Lamp by Limburg, Germany 1960s The lamp is executed with E27 Edison screw fit bulbs. It is wired, and in working condition. It runs both on 110 / 230...
Crystal, Brass, Metal
Petite Cylindrical Ceiling Lamp with Teak Wood and Opaline Wood, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Petite Cylindrical Ceiling Lamp with Teak Wood and Opaline Wood, 1960s The lamp can be adjusted up from 55 to 105cm height.
Opaline Glass, Teak
Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp Model T-606, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare six-armed Hans-Agne Jakobsson pendant with white fringes. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s. Signed. Excellent vintage condition, with small signs of us...
Brass
Lovely White 3D Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely White Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s The cable length with lamp is 80cm in total, can be adjusted down to 40cm and up to 100cm. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edi...
Metal
1960s Mid-Century Modern Copper Ceiling Lamp with Glass Diffuser
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare mid century ceiling light. Probably from phillips from the nl. a minimalist design with a striking surface. A finely executed shell in copper-colored surface with a glass diffu...
Metal
Pair of brutalist ceiling lamps by Aimo Tukiainen, Finland, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Two ceiling lamps designed by Aimo Tukiainen in Finland during the second half of the 20th century. Made in copper with torched holes.
Copper
Peill and Putzler Glass Cube Ceiling Lamps, 1960s, Germany
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Made by Peill & Puzzler in Germany in the 1970s. All original condition with fantastic patina in full working condition. Fully functional. With four E14 sockets. Works with 220V an...
Metal
Mid-Century German Glass Ceiling Lamp from Doria Leuchten, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hamburg, DE
Small ceiling lights from the renowned manufacturer Doria Leuchten. An impressive design in handy size. The elements of structural glass break and potentiate the light of the lamp i...
Metal
Impressive Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Ceiling Lights, Markaryd, 1960s-1970s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Impressive Hans-Agne Jakobsson, ceiling lights, Markaryd, 1960s-1970s, 11 glass screens of handblown art glass, brass skeleton. Measures: 46 cm. x 31 cm. In very good condition.
Midcentury Ceiling Lamp in Solid Pine, Made in Denmark 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Ceiling lamp in solid pine, designed and made in Denmark 1960s.
Pine
Elegant Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by Helena Tynell, Germany 1960s
By Helena Tynell
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Awesome Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by Helena Tynell for Limburg, Germany 1960s Executed in glass, metal and brass. The lamp needs 6 x E27 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working ...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Large Ceiling Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing ceiling lamp from the swedish manufacturer luxury according to a design by uno and east kristansson from the 1960s. Here is a rare version of the lamp completely in white. ...
Metal
Lovely White Milk Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely White Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s The cable length with lamp is 110cm in total, can be adjusted down to 45cm. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit b...
Metal
Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand ceiling suspension, Italy circa 1960s
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Long Island City, NY
Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand ceiling suspension. Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Two large curved acid etched glass shades mounted on a brass frame. Takes 9 candelabra bulbs. Compli...
Brass
Glass and Metal Frame Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Glass and Metal Frame Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Germany 3 available Elegant and minimal design hanging lamp Lampshade is in good condition This lamp works with E27 light bulb. Wired an...
Metal
Sergio Asti for Kartell ceiling suspension light, Italy circa 1960s
By Kartell, Sergio Asti
Located in Long Island City, NY
Sergio Asti for Kartell suspension ceiling light. Designed and made in Italy in 1960s. Acrylic shade, nickel plated hardware. Takes 1 medium bulb. Complimentary US rewiring upon requ...
Metal, Nickel
Italian Triple Shade Spot Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Italian Triple Shade Spot Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy *Adjustable lampshades. Very elegant and Minimalist ceiling lamp. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with 3x E2...
Metal, Brass
Orbit Ceiling Lamp with Six Amber Glass Shades, 1960s
By AB Markaryd
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Elegant Mid-Century Modern chandelier. Executed in massive brass. The chandelier needs 6 x E14 Edison screw fit bulb. They are wired, in working condition and run both on 110 ...
Brass
Ceiling lamp model "T-526" by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Small and decorative ceiling lamp designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd during the 1960s. The lamp features six perforated brass shades...
Brass
1. of 5 Bubble Space-Age Glass Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
1. of 5 Bubble Space-Age Glass Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1960s The lamp can be adjusted from 35cm to a height of 95cm. The lamp needs 1 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb. Delivery wit...
Metal
1. of 4 Amber Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by, Germany 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
1. of 4 Amber Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by, Germany 1960s The lamp can be adjusted from 35cm to a height of 95cm. The lamp needs 1 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb. Delivery with...
Metal
Lovely large Mother-of-Pearl leaf ceiling bell lamp, Italy 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely large Mother-of-Pearl leaf ceiling bell lamp, Italy 1960s The lamp can be adjusted from 70cm to a height of 108cm. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired...
Metal, Brass
Ceiling Light in Brass by Birger Dahl for Sønnico, 1960s
By Sønnico AS, Birger Dahl
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful ceiling lamp with a brass stem and cup. The shade is made in frosted glass with a decorated surface. Designed by Birger Dahl and made in Norway for Sønnico AS from circa 19...
Brass
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson Fringes Ceiling Lamp Model T615, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large and rare model with white/ivory colored fringes, produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Metal
Mid-Century Glass Square Ceiling Lamp from Doria Leuchten, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing light from the renowned manufacturer Doria Leuchten. Here is a rare, square version. This Doria Leuchten is all around with 20 glasses. The elements made of structural glas...
Metal
Rare Scandinavian Ceiling Light by Carl Thore for Granhaga, 1960s
By Carl Thore
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rare pendant light designed by Sigurd Lindkvist Alias Carl Thore and manufactured by Granhaga Metallindustri in Sweden during the 1960s or early 1970s. It is made from aluminium allo...
Aluminum
Ceiling Lamp with Fish-shaped Metal Elements by Uno Dahlén, 1960s
By Uno Dahlen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The rare ceiling lamp designed by Uno Dahlén and produced by Aneta in Sweden during the 1960s is a distinctive example of mid-century Scandinavian modern lighting. The lamp’s constru...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp with Blue Glass Globe by Hans-agne Jakobsson, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The ceiling lamp model T-372/6, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, exemplifies mid-century Scandinavian modern lighting desig...
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Light, Ellysett, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Ellysett
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model. Produced by Ellysett, 1960s. Very good vintage condition, small signs of usage.
Wood
Minimalist Design Brass Circular Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Minimalist Design Brass Circular Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy Brass detailing and hardware. Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired ...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare ceiling lamp, model T-434/15, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden during the 1960s, is a distinguished example of the...
Brass
Lovely Leaf Shape Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Leaf Shape Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Lig...
Metal
Midcentury Danish Ceiling Lamp in Smoke Glass from Vitrika, 1960s
By Vitrika
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This pendant light was designed and manufactured by Danish design trio Vitrika in the 1960s. The name Vitrika, or Vi-Tri-Ka means 'The three of us can do it'. The lamp features a gre...
Aluminum
Murano Glass Ceiling Light from Kalmar, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This large ceiling lamp was designed and manufactured by J. T. Kalmar, Austria, circa 1960. It takes 16 bulbs and features eight handmade solid glass elements made from Murano glass....
Steel, Chrome
Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp "Pyramid" by Peill & Putzler, 1960s Germany
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp "Pyramid" by Peill & Putzler, 1960s Germany Lampshade height 36cm. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and r...
Brass
Lovely Lipstick Red Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Lipstick Red Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. L...
Metal
Brass and Smoked Glass Ceiling Lamp from Limburg, Germany, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Vintage German pendant lamp in glass by Limburg. Previously hung in a church. E27 socket. Height changeable by the cable. Maximum height is 100 cm. From the 1960s. The lamp is exe...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Silk by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The ceiling lamp model T-603, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by his eponymous company in Markaryd, Sweden during the 1960s, is a striking example of the designer’s sign...
Brass
Rare Ceiling Lamp, Model T-603 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare ceiling lamp model T-603, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, during the 1960s, is a remarkable example of mid-centu...
Brass
"Tivoli" Ceiling Light by Simon Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s
By Lyfa
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking “Tivoli” ceiling lamp by Simon Henningsen. Made from metal with inside painted different colors that together with how the light falls and reflects create a very cool visual...
Metal
Lovely Ceiling Lamp in Smoked Glass by Limburg, Germany, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Vintage German pendant lamp in glass by Limburg. E27 socket. Fully functional. One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V. Wiring is suitable for all countries.
Metal
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Tulip Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The pendant lamp comes with 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt. Delivery without bulbs. The height can be ad...
Wicker, Rattan
Ceiling Chandelier Two Lights in Teak by Esperia, Italy, 1960s
By Esperia
Located in Rome, IT
Chandelier by Esperia featuring a ceiling in teak and two light bulbs, Italy, circa 1960. The original label is inside the hanger (shown in the photos).
Chrome
Large German Vintage Sculptural Ceiling Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1960s
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari / Leola style chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 12. Shipping without bulbs.
Brass
Brass and Crystal Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Brass and Crystal Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 6x E14 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 220V and 11...
Brass
$195Sale Price|70% Off
Brussel Era Ceiling Light in Black & White Combination, Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Zohor, SK
Unique ceiling light produced in Czechoslovakia in 1960, in the so-called Brussels era. The era is named after the EXPO competition in Brussels in 1958 where Czechoslovakia won the g...
Chrome
$1,417Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Brass Square Ceiling Lamp By Boréns Borås
By Boréns Borås
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful large square ceiling lamp from the 1960s made of brass with seventeen large square clear pressed art glass elements by the Swedish manufacture Boréns Borås. The lamp is te...
Brass
Jonas Hidle 'Soap Bubble' Ceiling Lamp in Smoke Glass & Brass, 1960s
By Jonas Hidle
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This light was manufactured by Høvik Verk in Norway during the late 1960s and comes with its original canopy/ceiling cover.
Brass
Elegant 1960s Chrome Ceiling Lamp with 6 Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This piece is a chrome 6-arm orbital lamp with white opaline glass beads from the 1960s. It has an E14 socket. Very elegant and decorative.
Chrome
Carlo Nason Murano Glass Waterfall Ceiling Lamp for Mazzega, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Milan, IT
Carlo Nason Murano Glass Waterfall "Cascata" Ceiling Lamp for Mazzega, Italy 1960s Iridescent Murano glass on a steel structure. Carries four bulbs The Lamp will need to be rewired f...
Steel
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
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